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Walnut Pruning Residues as a Renewable Energy Resource for Greenhouse Heating in the South-Central Region of Chihuahua, Mexico

Alvarez–Aviles Angel G, Cortez-Cortez Alejandro, Aguirre-Orozco Mario A and Baray Guerrero Maria del R*

Published: 29 July, 2025 | Volume 9 - Issue 1 | Pages: 004-010

The objective of this research was to estimate the energy potential of walnut pruning residues (biomass) as a renewable resource for use in greenhouse heating systems in the south-central region of the state of Chihuahua. To achieve this, data were collected on the weight of fresh firewood generated per tree based on trunk diameter, considering three common pruning methods practiced in the area. Additionally, the percentage of weight loss during the biomass drying process was determined, and the regional area cultivated with walnut trees was documented. Based on this information, the potential energy availability and the feasibility of its use as a sustainable energy source for the agricultural sector under controlled climate conditions were calculated.

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Keywords:

Biomass; Pruning residues; Sustainable energy sources

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